Carlisle Running Events

Come and Beat the Bull! Run the Kielder 10K around the stunning Bull Crag Peninsula of Kielder Water. If the full marathon is 20 miles too far for you, panic not you can still enjoy the stunning scenery and join us on Saturday 6th October for possibly the most beautiful 10K in the UK! You will be absorbed by your beautiful surroundings as you churn out the miles Why not make a short break of it and bring your friends and family along? There is plenty to do in and around Kielder Water and the wider Northumberland countryside! Use the accommodation link to look for places to stay. The 10K has sold out for the last 3 years, so make sure you enter now to secure your part in Britains Most Beautiful Marathon Weekend!

This year the run will start and finsh at The Sheepmount Athletics Stadium in Carlisle. The flood damage that prevented the race finshing there last year has been repaired and the facility is now open and ready to host this great event again - here's to a mud free 2018!

Better operate over 250 leisure centres across the UK and Ireland. We are a Social Enterprise and a not-for-profit charitable trust which simply means that our profits are put back into the facilities we run and the local community - Because you run, local children can enjoy school holiday activities. Because you run, more people can learn to swim.

So why not start now? Get entered and tomorrow the count down to the 7th of October 2018 begins and YOUR half marathon.

Starting and finishing at Jenkins Field (CA11 OUS), on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, the NEW! 5km Helvellyn Sports Trail, 10km Helvellyn Trail Run, 15km Helvellyn Trail Race and 15km Helvellyn Trail Challenge follow circuits along well marked and marshaled footpaths and bridleways that take you into the foothills of Helvellyn, with elevated panoramic views of Ullswater, and dramatic vistas of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running but can be tricky in places.

A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!

Starting and finishing at Jenkins Field (CA11 OUS), on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, the NEW! 5km Helvellyn Sport Trail, 10km Helvellyn Trail Run, 15km Helvellyn Trail Race and 15km Helvellyn Trail Challenge follow circuits along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways that take you into the foothills of Helvellyn, with elevated panoramic views of Ullswater, and dramatic vistas of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running but can be tricky in places.

A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!

This event is open to participants of all levels, both runners and walkers are catered for and are very welcome. This is an absolutely classic 19(ish) miles route taking in four of the Lake District's most scenic valleys and their adjoining passes. The circular route, with its fantastic views, starts and finishes at Rosthwaite Village Hall in Borrowdale, at the southern end of Derwent Water. The first pass takes you to Sty Head Tarn, between the Scafell Massif and Great Gable, before dropping to the beautiful but always dramatic Wasdale, with Cumbria's deepest lake. The second is Black Sail Pass and the third Scarth Gap, which happens to be the easiest ascent of the day. Finally comes Honisters Pass, before your return down to the village hall.

A stunning 15k or 10k course taking, with dramatic mountain views, skirting the slopes of Helvellyn. This course will both test and exhilarate you. Why not make a dirty trail running weekend of it and enter Sunday's Ullswater Trail too and take part in the,Dirty Double'. Plus children's fun trails for under 12s.

Let Open Adventure set you on your journey across the beautiful Lake District!

Soak up your surroundings as you travel from Caldbeck, on the northern edge of the Lakes, to Cartmel, in the south. Your route will take in the summits of Blencathra, Helvellyn and Fairfield before descending to Ambleside and following the western shore of Windermere.

The 2018 event will take place on Saturday 13th October 2018. Entries will open at midday on Monday 6th November 2017

50 miles, 4000m ascent - a journey on foot from the very top of the Lake District at Caldbeck to the very bottom, at Cartmel, via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere. It might not be the easiest traverse but it will be the most spectacular!

It will be a day never to be forgotten

Run in the wonderful scenery of Lowther Park, on grass, farm tracks and tarmac, from Hackthorpe Village Hall. A lovely route with some energy-sapping climbs along the way, especially near the end!

Starting from the Ullswater Pier at Glenridding (CA11 OUS), your journey starts with a beautiful half hour cruise aboard the Ullswater Steamer "Raven", which takes you to the start in the hamlet of Howtown, whilst being serenaded by singer/songwriter Pete Lashley. The 10km Ullswater Trail Run, 14km Ullswater Trail Race and 14km Ullswater Trail Challenge follow well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways along the lake shore, giving panoramic views of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks, finishing in Jenkins Field, next to the Ullswater Pier. Much of the course passes through ancient woodland, which will be at its autumnal best. Underfoot conditions can be tricky at times, especially if wet.

A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!

A beautiful, challenging marathon course set in England's most spectacular mountain scenery. The Langdale Marathon has a reputation as the toughest road marathon in the UK. Taking in two laps of the Half Marathon course and reaching gradients of 1:3, this stunning marathon attracts both seasoned runners and a large number people looking for their next challenge.

A stunning road race set in the heart of the beautiful Eden Valley. The circular route takes you from the historic market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland, through the picturesque villages of Murton, Dufton, Long Marton and Brampton, along the foothills of the Northern Pennines, with views, on a clear day, of Blencathra and the Lakes.
A souvenir mug filled with warming soup will await each runner at the finish. A low key, friendly atmosphere, where all abilities are made welcome.